Seed companies are starting to tout some verticillium stripe tolerance in their new canola varieties. Meanwhile, researchers have a line on a genetic trait that might physically block infection.
Tag Archives University of Manitoba
Is canola on the path to withstand verticillium?
Seed companies are starting to tout canola with some verticillium stripe tolerance; meanwhile, researchers have a line on a genetic trait that might physically block infection
University of Manitoba student lays international path
Work involves examination of Prairie berry components to help boost sector
Glacier FarmMedia – Some researchers prefer to stay in laboratories and behind academic papers rather than deal with a lot of people. Chamali Kodikara isn’t suited for that sort of introverted life. “I really like to do the other stuff as well,” said Kodikara, after learning she had been elected vice-president of competitions for the
Soil science pioneer honoured with lecture series
The first Ted Poyser Lecture in Soil Health launched at University of Manitoba is imminent
The University of Manitoba is about to launch a new lectureship named in honour of a man who helped bridge the divide between conservation and agriculture. The Ted Poyser Lecture in Soil Health will be hosted annually by the soil science department, and the inaugural event is scheduled March 13. Each year a speaker will be invited who
Hormone implants offer clear advantage
In addition to helping the bottom line, hormone implants have a big environmental upside
The Canadian cattle industry is facing a quandary. With the global population expected to reach 9.7 billion by 2050, beef production must increase to meet rising demand. On the other hand, there is greater pressure to reduce greenhouse gas emissions in agricultural production. Environment and Climate Change Canada says agriculture contributes about eight per cent
Giving beef a good rep
FACES OF AG | University of Manitoba research scientist honoured
A Manitoba research scientist has earned top accolades from the Beef Cattle Research Council for her work on sustainability and the cattle sector. Kim Ominski of the University of Manitoba received the 2023 Canadian Beef Industry Award for Outstanding Research and Innovation at the Canadian Beef Industry Conference in Calgary Aug. 16. Why it matters:
Creating a canola-based plastic alternative
New research turns canola protein into strong, flexible films meant for food packaging
Canola growers may one day be able to add food packaging to their list of markets. New research at the University of Manitoba draws on canola meal protein as a feedstock for biodegradable food product packaging. “I think it’s a more sustainable solution to the challenges created by all the petroleum-based plastic food packaging materials,”
Happy trails: Award-winning soil scientist retires
Faces of Ag: After 27 years with Manitoba Agriculture, the respected soil fertility specialist has retired
At the retirement party for her colleague, John Heard, Manitoba Agriculture soil management specialist Marla Riekman has a recurring memory. “One of the phrases that I often fear hearing is, ‘Hey, Marla,’” she said jokingly. “John is a man of great ideas, especially when it comes to extension work, something he’s so passionate about. He
VIDEO: Grand opening for Manitoba Egg Farmers’ centre
Representatives from Manitoba Egg Farmers, the University of Manitoba and the provincial government were on hand today at the grand opening of the 22,000 square foot Manitoba Egg Farmers Learning and Research Centre at the University of Manitoba’s Glenlea Research Station. The new state-of-the-art egg research centre will shine a light on modern egg production technologies and
Bridging the gap for livestock data
Face of Ag: New professor says data science can provide significant value to animal science
A new professor at the University of Manitoba aims to turn data into dollars for Manitoba livestock producers. Gabriel Dallago has joined the Department of Animal Science as an assistant professor in digital livestock production. Dallago describes his research as being somewhere between animal and computer sciences. “What I do fits within that whole idea
New control for varroa mites on the horizon
University of Manitoba researchers look to CO2 to help beat back the parasite
Research at the University of Manitoba involves a promising and inexpensive control for varroa mites in honeybee colonies. Professor Rob Currie, head of the school’s department of entomology, is exploring the use of carbon dioxide to help mitigate mite infestations. The elevator pitch behind the treatment is that varroa mites have a higher sensitivity to